Masrur Temples, Himachal Pradesh

Masrur Temples, Himachal Pradesh

Masrur Temples are an early 8^th Century CE Temple complex of rock cut Hindu temples in the Kangra Valley of Beas River in Himachal Pradesh, India. The temples face northeast, towards the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas. The temples were built in North Indian version of Nagara architecture style.

Legends

As per legend, the Pandavas  stayed here during their exile from their kingdom and built this temple. When their identity and location was exposed, they shifted from this place. Hence, the temple complex was left unfinished.

History

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https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2021/05/masrur-temples-history.html

The Temple Complex

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https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2021/05/masrur-temples-temple-complex.html

Connectivity

The Temple complex is located at about 500 meters from Masrur Bus Stop, 11 Kms from Nagrota Suriyan Railway Station, 31 Kms from Kangra Airport, 35 Kms from Kangra, 42 Kms from Dharamshala, 81 Kms from Pathankot, 146 Kms from Jalandhar and 215 Kms from Shimla. The temple is situated on Pathankot to Haripur route.

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